Dublin's Hearty Mac & Cheese Recipe
Homemade macaroni and cheese mixed with three varieties of cheese. Topped with bread crumbs and baked in the oven.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the elbow macaroni. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce
- 2
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Cheeses
Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, gruyère cheese, and grated parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Add salt, black pepper, and paprika to the cheese sauce. Mix well to combine.
Combine and Bake
- 6
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is well coated.
- 7
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with melted butter and chopped parsley.
- 8
Assemble and Bake
Pour the macaroni mixture into a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the bread crumb mixture on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
- 9
Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty Dublin-style mac & cheese!